Not Here to Be Loved (2005): cast, story & where to watch

2005 · Film · ★ 6.7

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Released in 2005, Not Here to Be Loved is a drama and romance film directed by Stéphane Brizé, running about 93 minutes.

What it’s about. Jean-Claude Delsart, a 50 years-old bailiff, with his worn-out smile and heart, abandoned a long time ago the idea that life could give him pleasures. Until the day, he dares to push the doors of a tango lesson...

Who’s in it. Not Here to Be Loved stars Patrick Chesnais as Jean-Claude, Anne Consigny as Françoise, Georges Wilson as Père de Jean-Claude and Lionel Abelanski as Thierry, Fiancé de Françoise, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Not Here to Be Loved has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Not Here to Be Loved page.

If you liked it. Fans of Not Here to Be Loved tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Not Here to Be Loved (2005)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Not Here to Be Loved change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Not Here to Be Loved worth watching?
Not Here to Be Loved holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Not Here to Be Loved?
Not Here to Be Loved stars Patrick Chesnais, Anne Consigny, Georges Wilson, Lionel Abelanski and Cyril Couton.
When was Not Here to Be Loved released?
Not Here to Be Loved was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.